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We need to work, research our potential learners more, to understand what  obstacles are preventing them from trying to access education like Erikson's. Besides costs (which is not a small thing), what other elements should we consider as reasons for learners to not apply; for those who are admitted, to not succeed in our programs? (eg. the amount of time we're asking from our students? Is there a gap between what learners know and what we expect them to know to succeed in our programs? Are our programs too complicated to succeed in? Is the content in our programs outdated?) I'm sure we won't be able to tackle everything at once and for everyone, but this information would help bridge that gap with data in our hands, to guide the design and development of our programs and be more responsive to current learner needs. 

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We're acknowledging we're not being able to access all the professionals who could benefit, those who need and deserve Erikson's education.

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I think we're unclear about the reasons why we haven't been able to reach more people. Costs seems to be an evident reason, is it the only one? 

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It would be great to find a way to speed the communication of what the implementation will mean for people, and their work, roles etc, as much as the process allows so uncertainty doesn't last so long.

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Communication, and transparency about the state of this process. Thank you for spending the time and energy into looking at all of us and listening and answering questions, even when you don't have all the answers. 

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The process feels really slow for the level of uncertainty that comes with the implementation phase. 

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Our alumni are great ambassadors, how are we working with them to bring in students? 

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Do we know which types of marketing are successful at bringing in students? Doing the same things and expecting different results seems unwise. 

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Although expanding the diversity of the workforce is an essential step towards more equitable systems, it is also key to make sure that we intentionally provide these professionals with the practical tools to disrupt these systems. Otherwise, we may unintentionally be perpetuating the responsibility of change mainly on racially, ethnically, linguistically, gender, class, and other 

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There seems to be a relationship between large scholarships and increased enrollment in some programs.

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Are these scholarships sustainable?  Are they available to all programs? 

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Lifting up other's thoughts on sustainability. How do we make this work for students AND Erikson, so we are not sunsetting programs?

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Lifting up other's thoughts on sustainability. How do we make this work for students AND Erikson, so we are not sunsetting programs?

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We have expanded racial diversity in T3--I know in T3 we have talked a lot about how the grants we have for students is one of the primary reasons, if not THE primary reason, our student population is so diverse. I am wondering what the strategic plan is for continuing to expand and diversify our teacher force once the grants that cover full tuition run out

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We have expanded racial diversity in T3--I know in T3 we have talked a lot about how the grants we have for students is one of the primary reasons, if not THE primary reason, our student population is so diverse. I am wondering what the strategic plan is for continuing to expand and diversify our teacher force once the grants that cover full tuition run out

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How are we going to sustain these new initiatives and programs once philanthropy and grants run out? How are we going to ensure that we do NOT end up sunsetting programs as we have done in the very recent past?

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How are we going to sustain these new initiatives and programs once philanthropy and grants run out? How are we going to ensure that we do NOT end up sunsetting programs as we have done in the very recent past?

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Reaching frontline professionals such as medical professionals.

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To me, this means infusing forward-thinking and justice for equity into the students that attend Erikson, and the graduates that Erikson produces to enable them to live the mission and bring to life positive change in the world.

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To me, this means infusing forward-thinking and justice for equity into the students that attend Erikson, and the graduates that Erikson produces to enable them to live the mission and bring to life positive change in the world.

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I suggest we broaden our approaches and, while we may not need to dedicate as much time or money to every individual method, we should explore more avenues for recruitment; not favor specific ones as the only options or the only valuable options.

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Erikson seems to be more laser-focused on its goal now compared with when I started working here in 2021; by that, I mean that we've begun to narrow down what's important to us as an organization, and really lean in to justice and equity as goals in our mission. 

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It seems like our numbers in terms of recruiting students is down, and I personally don't believe we're doing all that we can to recruit effectively. We seem to be focused in on very particular modes of recruitment instead of valuing a wide variety of approaches, 

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How are we recruiting a diverse student base?

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How are we recruiting a diverse student base?

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Interested to hear more about our recruitment efforts, where are we going to talk to potential students, what does our marketing look like? it feels a bit sterile and state at the moment. 

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Scholarship funding is essential to ensure access to our graduate programs to all people who are interested in attending

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I'm hopeful for this part of the strategic plan. We do need more teachers who look like and understand our student's daily struggles. 

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Excellent priority and great support for scholarships for educators.  The next step is such support for social workers who also are lower paid essential professionals who hold social justice as their central goal.  

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Excellent priority and great support for scholarships for educators.  The next step is such support for social workers who also are lower paid essential professionals who hold social justice as their central goal.  

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Explores multiple strategies for strengthening the early childhood workforce. We examine pathways to prepare aspiring professionals,  develop the skills and knowledge of current practitioners, and advocate for policies that ensure equitable access to quality early childhood education for all children.  This includes analyzing existing structures and identifying policy changes that promote this goal. Coaching, training, deep policy work

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Explores multiple strategies for strengthening the early childhood workforce. We examine pathways to prepare aspiring professionals,  develop the skills and knowledge of current practitioners, and advocate for policies that ensure equitable access to quality early childhood education for all children.  This includes analyzing existing structures and identifying policy changes that promote this goal. Coaching, training, deep policy work

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I am optimistic about this priority. It centers students and our commitment to them as they carry forth Erikson's mission. I'm thinking about the challenges of enrollment (at Erikson but also across higher ed) and how we may direct resources to help support this area.

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I am optimistic about this priority. It centers students and our commitment to them as they carry forth Erikson's mission. I'm thinking about the challenges of enrollment (at Erikson but also across higher ed) and how we may direct resources to help support this area.

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increase collaboration to overcome territoriality; dedicate someone in IA to scholarships

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scholarships for T3, new online programs

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lack of strategic thinking about efficient overlap across programs; putting forth information about the viability of programs that isn't necessarily true and the resulting hodge podge of openings and closings; pretending that accessibility can continue to be expanded without guaranteed scholarships and what happens when 3 year or even 5 year grants run out

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Being very cognizant of costs of programs and courses; for example, continually evaluating the costs of required textbooks, etc., with a goal in mind that the cost of what Erikson offers doesn't deter qualified professionals

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Being very cognizant of costs of programs and courses; for example, continually evaluating the costs of required textbooks, etc., with a goal in mind that the cost of what Erikson offers doesn't deter qualified professionals

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Expanding the reach of Erikson by cultivating relationships with organizations and communities where we can make our voice and opportunities known.

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Educator Impact Grants and scholarships for those in need

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Getting our name and identity out into communities - the Strategic Plan will help as it better defines who we are.

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I'm concentrating on the part that says "disrupt inequitable systems." To me, this means we need to see early childhood professionals and human and then celebrate then. In combination with this, is to teach and hear people's experiences with inequitable systems.

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I'm concentrating on the part that says "disrupt inequitable systems." To me, this means we need to see early childhood professionals and human and then celebrate then. In combination with this, is to teach and hear people's experiences with inequitable systems.

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To me this means that we are working towards a space that encourages teachers of different backgrounds and races that mirror the children we are trying to reach

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To me this means that we are working towards a space that encourages teachers of different backgrounds and races that mirror the children we are trying to reach

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Erikson has created some truly innovative programs in T3 and the new MSECE Early Intervention. 

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Erikson has created some truly innovative programs in T3 and the new MSECE Early Intervention. 

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Scholarship funding makes a big difference in diversifying and expanding the ece workforce

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I wouldn't say "poorly" but we need to get more scholarship funding for other programs--like we have for T3 with the Educator Impact grant

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This sounds like a much-needed plan. I wonder specifically what the "new blueprint of quality" will look like/ how Erikson will measure its success in preparing professionals. 

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This sounds like a much-needed plan. I wonder specifically what the "new blueprint of quality" will look like/ how Erikson will measure its success in preparing professionals. 

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This means Erikson is grounded in anti-racism at every level and every staff/faculty member is integrating this into their practice so that anyone who interfaces with Erikson is able to identify and disrupt inequities and inequitable systems

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This means Erikson is grounded in anti-racism at every level and every staff/faculty member is integrating this into their practice so that anyone who interfaces with Erikson is able to identify and disrupt inequities and inequitable systems

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Securing fully funded scholarships to support this priority

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The operating systems and internal supports that enable implementation of student services

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Include more language about intentional inclusion of community input as well.

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We provide tools and education to everyone involved in child care and early education—teachers, paraprofessionals, babysitters, neighbors, coaches, nannies—so each child can reach their potential. This ensures anyone spending time with young children has access to resources to positively shape their lives.

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We provide tools and education to everyone involved in child care and early education—teachers, paraprofessionals, babysitters, neighbors, coaches, nannies—so each child can reach their potential. This ensures anyone spending time with young children has access to resources to positively shape their lives.

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more certificates, series of smaller online classes, micro -credentials

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We need to provide the knowledge across the field

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How can we expand the educator impact grant or similar scholarships to other programs?

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How can we expand the educator impact grant or similar scholarships to other programs?

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I am wondering how information about new initiatives are being share with staff and faculty. 

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I am wondering how information about new initiatives are being share with staff and faculty. 

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Definitely has been a need for this in the field.

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Definitely has been a need for this in the field.

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Mapping all of the tools, knowledge coming out of Erikson that addresses this priority. There has been some work done already to get us started.

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This priority is essential for me, and it aligns with my work to increase a diverse workforce to meet the needs of the community. 

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This priority is essential for me, and it aligns with my work to increase a diverse workforce to meet the needs of the community. 

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Acknowledging the demand for online programs is very important.  EI is a perfect example

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Professional development on a national-level

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Shifting the degree to service early intervention by accreditation/credentials and access is a great idea in making the degree accessible. 

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Where is the DCFS Early Childhood Project in this?